What products keep my dog's teeth clean and help with gingivitis?

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  Answered By Jessica Keay, DVM

  Veterinarian

  Published on June 20th, 2017

  Unfortunately the only way to really treat this issue is with dental scaling and polish performed by your veterinarian. There are some products which may offer a little help including an oral hygeinr rinse by CET http://m.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=24579, or the CET toothpaste if your dog will tolerate this, but really we would need to evaluate the teeth and see if there are underlying causes for the gingivitis.

  

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  Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

  Veterinarian

  Published on November 20th, 2016

  I would get a dog toothbrush and toothpaste from the pet store, and brush Sweet Pea's teeth daily. There are specific dental chews you can get as well to help with the gingivitis, and I would recommend feeding her a dry dog food which help breaks up plaque. You can also get a oral canine mouth wash which will help break up plaque and clean her mouth. It is important to have her mouth examined by a vet, however, as gingivitis can't be cured at home. Gingivitis can be very severe and will require a dental cleaning, scaling, and polishing. Teeth can be loosened by deep pockets created by gingivitis, and may need to be removed if they are too loose.

  

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